noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The separation of the products of a biochemical reaction without damaging the organisms concerned
2. 2
   The use of living organisms to separate components of a mixture (especially to remove pollutants)

Etymology

From bio- + separation.

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